by Jonathan Coe | Jan 29, 2017 | In the Spotlight, Success Stories
“Remember that the happiest people are not those getting more, but those giving more.” – H. Jackson Brown Jr. If we had the ability to clone an ideal volunteer, Giovanni Sandoval’s DNA would be requested for study. His willingness to lend a hand separates himself from...
by Mary Goodwin | Oct 24, 2016 | In the Spotlight, Success Stories
One day while practicing, SCGA Junior member Sal Hinojosa was closely watched by an influential member of his community – the Mayor of Pico Rivera. After a minute of observation, Mayor David Armenta become enamored by 15-year-old Sal and his skills on the course, who...
by Mary Goodwin | Oct 12, 2016 | In the Spotlight, Success Stories
This past August, two outstanding SCGA Junior players made the long trek across country to play at the legendary Pinehurst GC in the U.S. Kids Golf World Championships. Andrew Rodriguez, 9, and Taylor Reser, 7, both earned their way into this competitive international...
by Julia Pine | Aug 11, 2016 | In the Spotlight, Success Stories
SCGA Junior donors were first introduced to Alyaa Abdulghany earlier this year, when she appeared in this article in the SCGA’s FORE magazine. The Corona del Mar High School junior had just won the girls’ individual state championship, elevating her presence in the...
by Mary Goodwin | Aug 10, 2016 | In the Spotlight, Success Stories
The SCGA Junior coaching staff continues to grow as it snatches up young and capable leaders to mold a new generation of Southern California golfers. In partnership with Up2Us Sports – the nation’s leader in sports based youth development – SCGA Junior would like to...
by Mary Goodwin | Aug 10, 2016 | In the Spotlight, Success Stories
SCGA Junior Scholar Jamie Harada of Costa Mesa, Calif., placed second in this year’s L.A. City Women’s Championship at Rancho Park GC. With its highly competitive field, the tournament proved to be an impressive feat for the young player, proving college golf has...
